Thursday, March 6
Musical, 6 p.m. De Soto High School Auditorium. De Soto High School Theatre Department presents “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” March 6-8. Tickets are $6 for students and $8 for adults.
Community meeting, 7 p.m., Eureka Fire Protection District, 4849 Hwy. 109. The fire protection district will hold a series of informational community meetings about its proposition on the April 8 ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition Fire would increase the district's tax rate by 34 cents to help with firefighter recruitment and retention, capital projects and fiscal responsibility.
Senior lunch, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., first Thursdays, Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center, 1 Coffey Park Lane. Cost: $7 residents; $8 for others. Theme: St. Patrick’s Day. Menu: corned beef, cabbage, corn o’brien and Irish tea cake. Reservations: Ann, 636-938-6775.
Creative Corner, 10-11 a.m., Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center, 1 Coffey Park Lane. Creative, messy program for ages 2-5. Theme: St. Patrick’s Day. Cost: $10 residents, $11 others; includes crafts and snacks. To sign up: 636-938-6775.
Charitable Angels, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Work on sewing, craft projects for donation. Call 636-296-2204.
Northwest Historical and Preservation Society, 5:30-7 p.m., Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 5680 Hwy. PP, High Ridge.
Bingo, 10:30 a.m., Arnold Eagles, 1725 Jeffco Blvd. Doors open 8 a.m. Call 636-282-0415.
Teen Anime Club, 6:15 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Register at jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204.
Bingo, 6:30 p.m., High Ridge Elks Lodge, 2808 High Ridge Blvd. Every Thursday. Speed Ball starts at 6:10 p.m. For more info, call 636-575-0907.
Free English conversation classes, 7 p.m., Spring Hills Presbyterian Church, 6247 Upper Byrnes Mill Road, House Springs. Those who wish to participate can register any Thursday. Call 636-677-0409.
House Springs Senior Center, 6180 Hwy. MM. Tuesdays and Thursdays: games 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.; Thursdays and Tuesdays: Bingo, canasta and pinochle 9 a.m., pickleball 10:30 a.m. Lunch served 11:45 a.m. daily; reservations in advance at 636-677-4578.
Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. For ages 2-6. Call 636-937-2017.
Gardening Club, 1-3 p.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. Families with children welcome.
Pay It Forward Baby Ministry, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., De Soto Community Center, 400 Boyd St. Free diapers, clothes, supplies for any child in need. Donations welcome. Call 314-779-4351.
Minecraft open play, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Cedar Hill Satellite Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 6780 Mall Drive. Ages 7-14. Call 636-551-1020 or visit jeffcolib.org.
Jefferson County Heritage and Historical Society Museum, 6-7:30 p.m. every Thursday, 5321 Chouteau Ave., Victoria. Contact Bernard Laiben at blaiben@outlook.com for more information.
Friday, March 7
Leader community blood drive, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Leader Publications, 503 N. Second St., Festus. The Leader will host its second annual community blood drive with ImpactLife. The ImpactLife donation bus will be parked on the Leader's parking lot. Appointments are required and can be made at myleaderpaper.com/blooddrive.
Fish dinner, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 283, 910 Montebello Road, Imperial. Dinner, sides and dessert. Call 636-464-2599.
Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 9330 Hwy. 21, Hillsboro. Menu: catfish, cod, jack salmon, baked tilapia and shrimp dinners. Dine-in and carryout available.
Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., St. Anthony of Padua, 3009 High Ridge Blvd., in High Ridge. Every Friday during Lent, except Good Friday. Menu: hand-dipped Alaskan cod and shrimp. Meals come with two sides, a drink and dessert.
Trivia night, 7 p.m., Arnold VFW Post, 2301 Church Road. Sponsor: Arise Church. Doors open: 6 p.m. Tickets: $25 per person; $200 for a table of eight; or $250 for a super table and include mulligans, a bonus round and raffle tickets. A silent auction, raffles and prizes for best table decorations and best costume. Attendees can bring their own food. Soda and beer will be provided, no outside beverages or glassware is permitted. Kidcare is available at the church, 639 Gravois Bluffs Blvd., Suite 1, in Fenton, for $20. Drop off: 5:30 p.m. Register your children upon drop off. Reserve your table at arisestl.com/trivia.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Arnold Council 6018, 1623 Jeffco Blvd. Adult dinners: $14. Child’s cod dinner: $7. Fish dinners include a choice of jack salmon, cod, catfish, crab cakes or shrimp plus two sides of spaghetti, green beans, new potatoes, coleslaw, mac and cheese or hush puppies. Drinks: iced tea, lemonade or coffee are included. Soda: $1; beer: $3; and Margarita: $5 are also available for purchase.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Festus American Legion, 849 American Legion Drive. Every Friday. Catfish, shrimp, Jack salmon plates with three sides: $14; cod plates $16. Dine in or carry out. Call 636-933-3981 or 636-937-3000.
Hooks and Needles Club, noon to 3:30 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Call 636-296-2204.
Fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., De Soto VFW, 1651 Veterans Blvd. (Hwy. E). Two pieces of fish and two sides: $11. Dine in or carry out.
Line dancing, 10-11 a.m., House Springs Senior Center, 6180 Hwy. MM. Reservations: 636-677-4578.
Fish fry, 3-7 p.m., American Legion Post 400, 2 Gravois Road, Fenton. Menu: cod, catfish, shrimp and chicken strips. The bar is open until 10 p.m. Cash or credit cards accepted. Phone ahead for pickup: 636-343-7330.
Fish fry, 3-7 p.m., Big River VFW Post 5331, 1 Lynn Lane, Cedar Hill. Plates are $13 in cash and include fried fish, coleslaw, hush puppies and fries. Dine-in or carryout available. Call ahead and place an order, 636-274-5001.
Saturday, March 8
National Walk Your Dog Day, 10 a.m., Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial. Rescheduled from Feb. 22, dogs and their humans can take a self-guided walk along Spring Branch Trail. There will be a staffed table at the trailhead with info about the site and maps of places you can explore with your pets. A team member will hand out dog treats and crafts, while supplies last. The event is free. Please remember dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than 10 feet at all times, and visitors must clean up their pets’ waste.
Fox High School Spring Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Fox High School gyms, 751 Jeffco Blvd. Proceeds benefit Fox High School Parents’ Club. For information, call 385-367-6334 or email foxhighcraftshows@gmail.com.
Preview Day open house, 9 a.m. to noon, Jefferson College, 1000 Viking Drive, Hillsboro. Prospective and transfer students, along with their family and friends, can learn more about Jefferson College’s numerous academic programs and support services. Attendees may stop by the open house at any time. There is no cost to attend, however, reservations are encouraged. Check-in for Preview Day will be at the Administration Building attached to the Library. Each prospective student will receive a free T-shirt and lunch in the Viking Café. Parking is available in the Orange lot. To register or for more about Preview Day, visit jeffco.edu/preview-day/ or contact the admissions office at 636-481-3235 or admissions@jeffco.edu.
Community meeting, 9 a.m., Eureka Fire Protection District, 4849 Hwy. 109. The fire protection district will hold a series of informational community meetings about its proposition on the April 8 ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition Fire would increase the district's tax rate by 34 cents to help with firefighter recruitment and retention, capital projects and fiscal responsibility.
Breakfast, 7-10 a.m., De Soto Masonic Lodge, Third and Boyd streets. Eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage: $3 to $7.
De Soto Food Pantry, 9 a.m. to noon, 705 E. Stone St. at Flucom Road. Schedule changes: 636-586-7300.
Indoor pickleball, 9-11 a.m., Central Baptist Church gym, 601 N. Central Ave., Eureka. Recreational games for all ages. Instructors, equipment will be on hand. To register, visit cbcserves.org/pball.
Harbor thrift store, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, The Harbor Community Church, 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Cash only; no refunds. New items weekly. Funds sponsor community outreach programs. Call 636-223-2106.
Ozark Food Pantry, 8:30-10:45 a.m., No. 1 Sunset Park, Festus. Call 636-933-9974.
Bingo, 5:45 p.m., Fenton American Legion, 2 Gravois Road. Kitchen serves at 4 p.m., special bingo at 5:45 p.m., regular bingo at 6:15 p.m. No checks or outside food, drinks.
Live music, 6-9 p.m., Big River VFW, 1 Lynn Lane, Cedar Hill. Music: Jason Cole. Call 636-274-5001.
Sunday, March 9
Country jam and fundraiser, 1-5 p.m., VFW Post 1831, 1651 Veterans Drive, De Soto. Benefits: Shriner’s Children Hospital. Everyone Welcome.
Breakfast, 7:30-10:30 a.m., Auxiliary Post 48, 1075 Amvets Drive, De Soto. Menu: biscuits and gravy, eggs, hash browns, sausage or bacon and potatoes. Biscuits and gravy only: $4. Plates: $9. All you can eat: $12.
Meatwheel, 3 p.m., Festus American Legion, 849 American Legion Drive. Every Sunday.
Bingo, 5 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Meat shoot, noon, De Soto Amvets, 1075 Amvets Drive at Hwy. 21. Doors open 10 a.m., practice begins 11 a.m. House guns available. Meat and money rounds. Proceeds support veterans.
Meat shoot, 10 a.m., Meramec-Arnold Elks Lodge 2372, 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. Every third week is stock chokes-no scopes, all other weeks are modified chokes-with scopes. Chokes will be randomly checked. All judges' decisions are final. For more information, call 636-464-8960.
Monday, March 10
Arnold Historical Society, 7 p.m., second Mondays, 1723 Jeffco Blvd. Call 636-282-2828.
Quilting group, 12:30 p.m., Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 1701 Missouri State Road. Ages 18 and up; all skill levels. Visit jeffcolib.org or call 636-296-2204 for more information.
Arts and crafts, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Classes take an hourlong break at 11:30 a.m. for lunch. Lunch reservations must be made by 10 a.m. on the previous Friday. Call 636-937-8333.
Senior lunch, 12:15-2 p.m., Aging Ahead Center at Jefferson College Arnold, 1687 Missouri State Road. Free lunch for adults 60 years or older. Must register 72 hours in advance. Call Jessica at 314-413-1240.
Bingo, 6:30 p.m., Arnold Eagles, 1725 Jeffco Blvd. Doors open 3 p.m. Call 636-282-0415.
Preschool story hour, 10:30 a.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. Call 636-586-3858.
Story time, 10 a.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Call 636-461-1914.
Story hour, 10-10:30 a.m., Cedar Hill Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 6780 Mall Drive. Reading and crafts.
Tuesday, March 11
Community meeting, 10 a.m., Eureka Fire Protection District, 4849 Hwy. 109. The fire protection district will hold a series of informational community meetings about its proposition on the April 8 ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition Fire would increase the district's tax rate by 34 cents to help with firefighter recruitment and retention, capital projects and fiscal responsibility.
Hands-only CPR class, 6-7:30 p.m., Windsor Branch of the Jefferson County Library, 7479 Metropolitan Blvd., in Barnhart. Staff from Rock Township Ambulance District will instruct participants in hands-only CPR and also demonstrate how to use an automated electronic defibrillator (AED). This class is for teens and adults. Registration is required, call 636-461-1914 or visit jeffcolib.org.
Food pantry, 4-6 p.m., Redemption Church, 7301 Metropolitan Blvd., Barnhart. Information: redemptionchurchstl.com.
Jefferson County Democratic Central Committee, 6:30 p.m., Jefferson College Library, 1111 Viking Drive, Hillsboro. Call 636-465-9050 or email jeffcomodems@gmail.com.
Senior Game Day, noon, every second Tuesday, Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center, 1 Coffey Park Lane. Located in the Timber’s party room, seniors can play games and socialize with friends. RSVP by calling Ann at 636-938-6775.
Chess club, 3 p.m., Crystal City Public Library meeting room, 736 Mississippi Ave. For more info, call Amy at 636-937-7166.
Indoor pickleball, 10-11:30 a.m. Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333.
Bingo, 6:15 p.m., Meramec Arnold Elks. 1515 Miller Road, Imperial. No smoking. Call 636-464-8960.
Exercise, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 636-937-8333.
Line dancing lessons, 7-9:30 p.m., High Ridge Elks, 2808 Old Hunning Road. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Cost: $5. Soda and water available; dancers can bring snacks. Call Carol Smith at 314-609-8610.
Food pantry, 8:30-11:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 113 Grand Ave., Festus. For residents of 63028, 63019, 63047 and 63048 ZIP codes. Call 636-937-6205.
Wednesday, March 12
Jefferson County Beekeepers Association monthly meeting, 7-8:30 p.m., Hillsboro City Hall, 101 Main St. The club welcomes beekeepers of all experience levels. At 6:30 p.m., there is a book club and read along for beginning beekeepers as well as a Q&A. Meeting speakers address topics such as planting for pollinators, cooking with honey and seasonal updates.
Arnold Mayoral Debate, 6-9 p.m., Arnold Eagles, 1725 Jeffco Blvd. Held by Jeffco Patriot Radio show. Free to attend. For information, go to Jeffco Patriot Radio’s Facebook page.
Free movie showing, 6:30-9 p.m., Corpus Christi Center, 6020 Old Antonia Road, Imperial. St. Joseph RLA is hosting a showing of the movie ‘Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot.’ The film tells the true story of a reverend and his wife in a church in Texas starting a movement to have kids adopted from the foster care system. The film is rated PG-13 and runs 2 hours and 10 minutes. All are welcome. For more info, email Margie at mez62c@yahoo.com.
Plant seminar, 6-7:30 p.m., Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane. For all ages; children must be accompanied by adult. Cost: $5 residents; $7 others. Topic: Propagate This! Registration required. Call 636-938-6775.
Cancer companions support group, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Care Connections, 3579 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. Care Connections, in partnership with St. John’s Lutheran, will hold a support group on Wednesdays to help cancer survivors, those undergoing treatment and caregivers. This support group is free and open to all. New attendees are welcome any time. For more info or to register, call Lauren at 636-224-8137.
Senior lunch, 12:15-2 p.m., Aging Ahead Center at Jefferson College Arnold, 1687 Missouri State Road. Free lunch for adults 60 years or older. Must register 72 hours in advance. Call Jessica at 314-413-1240.
Harbor thrift store, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, The Harbor Community Church, 1645 Marriott Lane, Barnhart. Cash only; no refunds. New items weekly. Funds sponsor community outreach programs. Call 636-223-2106.
Chess Open Play, 3:30-5:30 p.m., De Soto Public Library, 712 S. Main St. Call 636-586-3858 for any questions.
Non-denominational Bible study, 10-11 a.m. Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 24 hours in advance for reservations. 636-937-8333.
Bingo, 6 p.m., De Soto KC, 13225 Hwy. E. Doors open 4 p.m. Door prizes, two progressive games. Call 636-586-2594.
Therapy dog at library, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. Children may read to therapy dog Maddie. Call 636-937-2017.
Line dancing, 6:30 p.m., Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road. Sponsor: Midwest Club Dance. Call 314-972-4094.
Intermediate line dancing, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., House Springs Senior Center, 6180 Hwy. MM. Reservations: 636-677-4578.
Thursday, March 13
Community meeting, 7 p.m., Eureka Fire Protection District, 4849 Hwy. 109. The fire protection district will hold a series of informational community meetings about its proposition on the April 8 ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition Fire would increase the district's tax rate by 34 cents to help with firefighter recruitment and retention, capital projects and fiscal responsibility.
Show Me Woodturners, 6:30 p.m., 711 W. Main Street, Festus. Meet at the old band building behind the Festus Police Station. Short meeting followed by show-and-tell, president's challenge, wood exchange and demo. Everyone welcome. Contact Show.Me.Woodturners@gmail.com.
Tumbling Tots, 10-11 a.m. second Thursdays and third Wednesdays, Eureka Community Center, 333 Bald Hill Road. For ages 6 months to 5 years. Fee: $9 residents; $10 others. To sign up: eureka.mo.us.
Ukulele Club, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Festus Public Library, 400 W. Main St. All ages and skill levels welcome. Call 636-937-2017.
Toastmasters Jeffco Challengers, 7 p.m., New Hope UMC, 3921 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. In-person and virtual meetings by Zoom. Information: Josephineemde@yahoo.com.
Bingo, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Quad Cities Senior Center, 221 Bailey Road, Crystal City. Call 24 hours in advance for lunch reservations. 636-937-8333.
Toddler Thursday, 10 a.m. Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial. Activities and crafts for toddlers and their parents. To register: icampmo.com.
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